THUMP [2021] - A Better Way [Yama-Nui Records]

THUMP are a 6 (10 with addition of horn section) piece funk band from The Sunshine Coast (South Queensland, Australia) They are releasing their debut 12" four track EP "A Better Way" on 27 Jun 2021 with a limited edition (300) 180gram aquamarine vinyl as well as digital release available to pre-order on BandCamp.

The name T H U M P is a term coined by the originator of slap 'thump' bass & the father of funk - Larry Graham (Graham Central Station). All members of the group have a love for New Orleans funk.

The best two tracks are the title track, which reminds me of Curtis Mayfield's "Move On Up" in places, and "Love Train" a smooth and soulful ballad/stepper.

"Shake It" is a down and dirty mid-paced funk stepper, whilst "The Change" starts off as a smooth modern soul number until the slapping, funky bass kicks in at just under a minute and doesn't relent until the end, overlaid with intermittent smooth vocals.

All tracks are posted below with the approval of the band.

The lyrics on the tracks are messages about the way we are 'abusing' the planet.

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T H U M P · A Better Way

Love Train

The Change

Shake It

Details

Rating:	8.2
Genre/Style:	Nu Funk
Format:	EP
Media:	Digital/12"
Label:	Yama-Nui Records
Cat No:	None
Year:	27/06/2021
Value:	£10 AUD (£5.50 approx.)  / $40 AUD (£22 approx.)